Debose injured his knee at Tuesday’s practice and the ACL tear was revealed after tests Wednesday, according to the report.

Andre Debose returned four kickoffs for touchdowns in the past three seasons at Florida. He reportedly will miss the 2013 season after suffering a knee injury Tuesday. (AP Photo)

“I know that Andre is disappointed,” Gators coach Will Muschamp told the university’s website. “He had been doing very well in camp and we were more than pleased with his effort and attitude. Andre was hurt in a non-contact situation. He just planted his foot and there was a tear.

“He will have surgery after the swelling goes down. It is unfortunate and you feel bad anytime that someone is injured, and the coaching staff and our team will be very supportive in assisting Andre during his recovery.”

Debose has 29 career receptions for 543 yards and four touchdowns. He caught just three passes in 2012.

Since arriving at Florida as a 5-star athlete and No. 21 player overall according to Rivals.com in 2009, Debose has made his biggest impact as a kick returner. He’s averaged 27.4 yards per kickoff return and scored four times.